Town Strides: Jogging around Lake Merritt gains traction
Town Strides is promoting a community event, asking people to jog (or power walk) around Lake Merritt.
Town Strides is promoting a community event, asking people to jog (or power walk) around Lake Merritt.
Oakland Ballers raise $1M in crowdfunded investments
The Oakland Ballers have successfully passed $1 million in investments from over 1,600 fans: In the first 48 hours following the opening of the campaign last week, the team witnessed fans choosing to become a part-owner every 3.5 minutes, the team announced Wednesday.
The Oakland Ballers have successfully passed $1 million in investments from over 1,600 fans: In the first 48 hours following the opening of the campaign last week, the team witnessed fans choosing to become a part-owner every 3.5 minutes, the team announced Wednesday.
Oakland School District calls lead contamination, failure to communicate "unacceptable"
The Oakland Unified School Board addressed elevated levels of lead found in water across school campuses in a packed school board meeting Wednesday night.
The Oakland Unified School Board addressed elevated levels of lead found in water across school campuses in a packed school board meeting Wednesday night.
High school football player's mom says locker room attack left son with head injuries
Cherie Barfield says her son Dasanni is the Dublin High School freshman who was attacked by four older teenagers and beaten in the school locker room last Friday.
Cherie Barfield says her son Dasanni is the Dublin High School freshman who was attacked by four older teenagers and beaten in the school locker room last Friday.
Hilton by Oakland airport closes after 50 years
After more than 50 years in business, the Hilton hotel near Oakland's airport is closing on Wednesday.
After more than 50 years in business, the Hilton hotel near Oakland's airport is closing on Wednesday.
OUSD board to hear lead updates, vote on superintendent contract
The Oakland Unified school board on Wednesday afternoon will hear from the superintendent on the high levels of lead reported on some campuses on the same night that trustees are expected to extend her contract.
The Oakland Unified school board on Wednesday afternoon will hear from the superintendent on the high levels of lead reported on some campuses on the same night that trustees are expected to extend her contract.
Oakland Police Chief: expect 'huge surge' in crackdown on sex trafficking
Oakland police Chief Floyd Mitchell revealed at a recent public safety meeting that cracking down on sex trafficking is one of his top priorities.
Oakland police Chief Floyd Mitchell revealed at a recent public safety meeting that cracking down on sex trafficking is one of his top priorities.
Parent involved in Dublin High locker room beatdown on student
A parent and four teenagers, ages 16 to 19, were involved in an attack on a Dublin High School student, police said.
A parent and four teenagers, ages 16 to 19, were involved in an attack on a Dublin High School student, police said.
Thief steals "Jaws of Life" tool after Oakland firefighters rescue girl stuck in swing
A 10-year-old girl stuck in a swing at an Oakland park was rescued by firefighters with the "Jaws of Life." But soon after, a thief made off with the lifesaving hydraulic tool.
A 10-year-old girl stuck in a swing at an Oakland park was rescued by firefighters with the "Jaws of Life." But soon after, a thief made off with the lifesaving hydraulic tool.
Oakland schools new bus fleet for special need kids electrifies the future
Oakland Unified School District's 100%, electric fleet makes it the nation's first major school system to have electric buses that transport students.
Oakland Unified School District's 100%, electric fleet makes it the nation's first major school system to have electric buses that transport students.
Arrest made in Berkeley shelter killing
Berkeley police arrested a suspect Monday, less than 24 hours after he allegedly shot and killed a man at a homeless shelter in West Berkeley.
Berkeley police arrested a suspect Monday, less than 24 hours after he allegedly shot and killed a man at a homeless shelter in West Berkeley.
Oakland police respond to fatal shooting at 25th Ave. and International Blvd.
Oakland police are responding to an unfolding crime scene at 25th Avenue and International Boulevard where a shooting happened on Tuesday.
Oakland police are responding to an unfolding crime scene at 25th Avenue and International Boulevard where a shooting happened on Tuesday.
In-N-out opening new location in this East Bay city
In-N-Out Burger, a California fast-food staple, attracts regulars and tourists alike who are eager to grab a Double-Double with a side of animal-style fries.
In-N-Out Burger, a California fast-food staple, attracts regulars and tourists alike who are eager to grab a Double-Double with a side of animal-style fries.
5 adults attack Dublin High School student in locker room
Police in Dublin are investigating two controversial incidents at Dublin High School, including an attack on a student.
Police in Dublin are investigating two controversial incidents at Dublin High School, including an attack on a student.
Oakland leaders tout crime drop at public safety meeting
Mayor Sheng Thao tried to assuage community members to hear by touting her safety plan, saying that the city has been making progress, and in fact, crime is down 33 percent from last year.
Mayor Sheng Thao tried to assuage community members to hear by touting her safety plan, saying that the city has been making progress, and in fact, crime is down 33 percent from last year.
Woman identifies son as victim killed in Berkeley shelter shooting
Berkeley police on Monday continued to investigate a deadly shooting at a homeless shelter.
Berkeley police on Monday continued to investigate a deadly shooting at a homeless shelter.
Oakland school district report shows recent lead testing results
The new report highlights recent testing, the latest numbers around lead levels, and contingency plans for drinking water on Oakland school campuses.
The new report highlights recent testing, the latest numbers around lead levels, and contingency plans for drinking water on Oakland school campuses.
Suspect in Dublin homicide identified after arrest in SoCal
Authorities on Monday identified the suspect accused of killing a man at an apartment complex in Dublin.
Authorities on Monday identified the suspect accused of killing a man at an apartment complex in Dublin.
Oakland police boat at Tiburon café raises questions about proper use
An Oakland police boat carrying what appears to be off-duty officers and friends or family members, including two children, was spotted at a waterfront Tiburon café over the weekend, upsetting at least one man who thinks that a public law enforcement vessel and its employees should not be engaged in non-official behavior.
An Oakland police boat carrying what appears to be off-duty officers and friends or family members, including two children, was spotted at a waterfront Tiburon café over the weekend, upsetting at least one man who thinks that a public law enforcement vessel and its employees should not be engaged in non-official behavior.
Alameda County firefighter accused of racist rant on paid leave
The Alameda County firefighter says he is on paid administrative leave until an internal investigation is complete.
The Alameda County firefighter says he is on paid administrative leave until an internal investigation is complete.